June 15th, 2011, 12:30 PM | #1 |
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2012 Ninjette changes?
Do you think there will be any drastic changes to the current ninja for next year? I for one, hoping Kawasaki will spice it up. What do you all think?
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June 15th, 2011, 12:35 PM | #2 |
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It would be awsome to see some new things since the new Honda is coming out but I think it will be simple the year and hopefully next year some big changes to compete but I'm new to all this so I'm probably wrong
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June 15th, 2011, 12:36 PM | #3 |
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EFI maybe? Haha not likely, but one can always hope! I'm still looking for my bike, I may just wait and see what changes they have for 2012.
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June 15th, 2011, 12:38 PM | #4 |
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According to a little google searching, i came across this ... http://cl.ly/3j423u3E3s013m0H101J
don't know if it is believable. |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:39 PM | #5 |
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As far as aesthtics go? I doubt it. How many years did they go between changes in the last generation?
The talk seems to be that Kawi will find a way to put Fuel Injection in and keep price the same MSRP. I don't know if that will be 2012. |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:42 PM | #6 |
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Digital gauges would be a nice plus.
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June 15th, 2011, 12:45 PM | #7 |
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Two things imho would be worthwhile for kawi to do. One is to increase production on the 250. The other is to bring the 500 up to date.
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June 15th, 2011, 12:46 PM | #8 |
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Oooooooo new gauges would b awsome!!! And maybe add in a gear indicator
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June 15th, 2011, 12:46 PM | #9 |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:47 PM | #10 |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:48 PM | #11 |
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Kawasaki wont change anything on them asthetically or even performance wise, unless the dollars stop flowing.
We might see FI, but I doubt it. The carbed ninja still performs better than the Honda. So I dont see them wasting time on it. From Kawasaki's standpoint, they are selling more than ever, the demand is high, and there is little competition. Why change it? I think you will see a new yamaha small displacement bike before you see any major changes to the ninja. |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:50 PM | #12 | |
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June 15th, 2011, 12:50 PM | #13 |
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Lol iv only been to sixth once or twice since iv been rideing(2 days) but I did find myself looking for another gear but never found it. A indicator would be good for a noob like me since i kinda forget what gear I'm in when I go a million things going through my head at once
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June 15th, 2011, 12:52 PM | #14 | |
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That is how i felt when i use to fly airplanes..... I was too distracted with the fancy GPS and never flew the plane.... long story short, everything will become second nature with more ninja seat time |
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June 15th, 2011, 02:13 PM | #15 |
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It'd be nice if they do some engine work, or bore it out and slip a few extra horses in!
Colours; honest opinion I think they should bring back The Solid Colours because they IMO look better. Yes the new ones look good, but solid options should be available at cheaper prices! Subliminal message.
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June 15th, 2011, 02:28 PM | #16 |
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June 15th, 2011, 02:37 PM | #17 |
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I would like to see a 2012 with EFI and a digital gauges that includes a CLOCK. Oh, how I hate reaching for my cell phone at stops to see what time it is.
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June 15th, 2011, 02:40 PM | #18 |
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June 15th, 2011, 04:07 PM | #19 | |
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FI would be nice too but... unlikely. |
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June 15th, 2011, 05:03 PM | #20 | |
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June 15th, 2011, 05:25 PM | #21 |
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How about a wider rear tire from the factory? 130/70 rear looks like a front tire. 140 maybe, 150 rear looks great with no real lack of performance
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June 15th, 2011, 05:26 PM | #22 |
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i'd say give me better tires from factory!
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June 15th, 2011, 05:36 PM | #23 |
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I agree. I predict a color addition or change because it is almost a no cost item and yet makes the product appear fresh and updated. I suspect anything else is really very unlikely until sales drop precipitously.
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June 15th, 2011, 06:08 PM | #24 |
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June 15th, 2011, 08:59 PM | #25 |
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June 15th, 2011, 09:09 PM | #26 |
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Raise the tank indentations for a larger variety of riders, efi would be cool i guess but not worth an extra $500+. Idk why people complain about the rear tire size, it looks fine to me, and smaller tires = less $$$ to buy them which incorporates into the ninjettes affordability. A more comfortable seat would be nice, my butt hurts after about 1 1/2 hours. Longer stock mirrors wouldn't kill them either...
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June 15th, 2011, 09:29 PM | #27 |
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Why update the 500 when there's already a 650? If you look at it from a pricing standpoint, it's not like the update of a 500 would allow for a DRASTIC price drop compared to the 650.
I'd like to see them drop the banana off the 650r too, but I have a feeling they will leave it for a bit since I know the market demand for a solid 600+ bike for riding two-up is strong. The only realistic changes I'd like to see on the 250r would be FI and a prettier front end. Digital gauge would be nice, but nothing major. In the end, I'd still want to replace it with a Koso anyways haha. EDIT: Also, a 'working' fuel gauge. Today I was panicking because I was on E but my fill up was only 3.3gallons.....................................
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June 15th, 2011, 09:30 PM | #28 |
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Not sure if everyone is aware but the 500 has been discontinued.
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June 15th, 2011, 09:36 PM | #29 |
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We have that in Canada. For an extra grand you can just step it up to the 650. If they want a competitive 400 model, it has to be its own bike with its own identity much like the 250 has its own identity. The current Ninja 400 is just a 650 clone with a smaller engine.
I don't expect major changes to the 2012 Ninja. Maybe they bring over the european model with EFI to North American shores, but that's not really a change as that model is already in production. Any major changes will be reserved for the next gen, when Suzuki and Yamaha join the discussion. |
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June 16th, 2011, 05:11 AM | #30 |
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maybe they'll add a turbocharger.
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June 16th, 2011, 05:33 AM | #31 |
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How bout a ice chest for my road beer under a seat cowl?
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June 16th, 2011, 06:54 AM | #32 |
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The Kawasaki dealer's meeting (pdf. notes) states the 250 Ninja will basically look the same but there will be suspension and engine up dates. Horsepower will be bumped up to 37 HP with a new head design and bigger valves. There still won't be fuel injection. The rear swing arm will be wider to accept a beefier rear wheel and tire. The front forks will be fully adjustable. Brakes will be 6 piston. The best improvement will be a lower price which Kawaski hopes will axe the Honda 250.
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June 16th, 2011, 07:07 AM | #33 |
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Dam kinda wish I held off and waited till 2012 I kinda like the few little things u mentioned but I am happy with my oil ol 09 and the color. Team blue ftw
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June 16th, 2011, 07:19 AM | #34 |
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A clock would be SO NICE. C'mon Kawasaki!
In the mean time, a 400 with an I4 or triple would be a killer replacement for the ninja 500R |
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June 16th, 2011, 10:59 AM | #35 |
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June 16th, 2011, 12:03 PM | #39 |
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Mike, are you suggesting my information could be inaccurate?
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